Dionne Bishop is an award-winning event planner, recognized with the 2023 Smart Women in Meetings Award and the 2022 MPI Toronto Planner Member of the Year accolades. With over 15 years of experience in the event and marketing industries, Dionne founded Events by Dionne Inc. She has organized corporate and social events across major markets in Canada, the United States, and the Caribbean, collaborating with esteemed organizations such as The Canadian Black Standard, Canadian Premier League, ADVANCE Music Canada, Quell Inc., and the Canadian Independent Music Association.
Dionne’s commitment to the industry extends beyond her role as an event planner. She currently serves as the Secretary of the Board for the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) and is the Co-Chair of the DEIA Committee. Additionally, Dionne has held leadership positions, including President and Gala Chair of the International Live Events Association (ILEA) Toronto Chapter. She has been actively involved in Destination Toronto and the Black In Events Network. Her dedication to excellence and industry advancement continues to significantly impact the Canadian events landscape.